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Code Shifter

Code Shifter

50/100
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1080p performance

Code Shifter estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps901 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps951 fps773 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps838 fps681 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps815 fps662 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps962 fps770 fps625 fps
RTX 3070999 fps877 fps702 fps570 fps
RTX 4060991 fps792 fps634 fps515 fps
RTX 3060849 fps679 fps543 fps442 fps
GTX 1660 Super616 fps492 fps394 fps320 fps

1440p performance

Code Shifter estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps966 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps911 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps855 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps832 fps676 fps
RTX 4070999 fps892 fps713 fps579 fps
RX 7800 XT982 fps785 fps628 fps510 fps
RTX 3080955 fps764 fps611 fps497 fps
RTX 4060 Ti902 fps722 fps577 fps469 fps
RTX 3070823 fps658 fps526 fps428 fps
RTX 4060743 fps594 fps475 fps386 fps
RTX 3060637 fps509 fps408 fps331 fps
GTX 1660 Super462 fps369 fps295 fps240 fps

4K performance

Code Shifter estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps951 fps761 fps618 fps
RTX 4090999 fps883 fps706 fps574 fps
RX 7900 XTX991 fps792 fps634 fps515 fps
RTX 5080934 fps747 fps598 fps486 fps
RTX 4080 Super877 fps702 fps562 fps456 fps
RTX 4070 Ti693 fps555 fps444 fps361 fps
RTX 4070594 fps475 fps380 fps309 fps
RX 7800 XT524 fps419 fps335 fps272 fps
RTX 3080509 fps408 fps326 fps265 fps
RTX 4060 Ti481 fps385 fps308 fps250 fps
RTX 3070439 fps351 fps281 fps228 fps
RTX 4060396 fps317 fps254 fps206 fps
RTX 3060340 fps272 fps217 fps177 fps
GTX 1660 Super246 fps197 fps158 fps128 fps

Minimum Hardware

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NVIDIA GeForce 7800GT

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Processor
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Intel Core 2 Duo E6300

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Memory
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4 GB

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About

Code Shifter, released in 2020, is an action-packed 2D game that brings together iconic characters from popular Arc System Works franchises like Guilty Gear and BlazBlue. Notable for its unique blend of 8-bit pixel art and nostalgic gameplay mechanics, it allows players to utilize over 100 characters to tackle various stages. The game's colorful aesthetic and dynamic gameplay make it a standout title for fans of action gaming and retro graphics alike.

In terms of PC performance, Code Shifter is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 400 for smooth gameplay. Players with at least 4 GB of RAM can expect decent FPS on lower graphics settings, making it easy to achieve satisfactory performance on modest hardware. For an optimal experience, consider GPUs from the entry-level tier, ensuring that your rig can handle the game's charming pixellated graphics without a hitch.

Should you play it? With a rating of 50/100, Code Shifter appeals primarily to fans of action games and those who enjoy the nostalgia of retro-style graphics. If you appreciate 2D brawlers and the vibrant worlds of Arc System Works, this game could be worth a try, especially for casual gaming sessions with friends.

Performance profile

Released in January 2020, Code Shifter targets RTX 20/30-series and RX 6000-era hardware. A current mid-range GPU (RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT) is the sweet spot for 1440p Ultra; 4K needs a high-end card.

Action titles like Code Shifter reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.

Extremely light — Code Shifter runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.

Storyline

You're a video game developer, and the deadline is quickly approaching! The story takes place in the development offices of a software company, "Awesome Rainbow Corp". Trouble arises just as you're gearing up to release the final version of the game, many mysterious bugs are occurring, and time is running out! To deal with this situation, a programmer, Stella, whips up a debug program: "Code Shifter", that let's her avatar "Sera" dive into the program and start fixing things up. Will Stella and her coworkers be able to find the origin of these bugs and deliver the game before the launch date?

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